Bible Strands
2 Timothy 4:21
Make every effort to come to me before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul addresses Timothy from a confinement, instructing him to travel to him before winter arrives and listing Eubulus, Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and other brothers as senders of greetings.
The words — Σπούδασον (Spoudason) translates literally as "be eager" or "make every effort," and χειμῶνος (cheimōnos) denotes the winter season that would suspend maritime travel.
The thread — The command to hurry appears in 2 Timothy 4:9, while the pattern of transmitting personal greetings parallels Philippians 4:22 and Romans 16:21.
Why it lands — The text requires Timothy to prioritize immediate travel preparations and to recognize the specific network of co-workers maintaining contact with him.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren.
Cross-references
- 2 Timothy 4:9 Make every effort to come to me quickly,
- Philippians 4:22 All the saints send you greetings, especially those from the household of Caesar.
- Romans 16:21 Timothy, my fellow worker, sends you greetings, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my fellow countrymen.
- 1 Corinthians 16:20 All the brothers here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
- 2 Corinthians 13:13 All the saints send you greetings.
- 2 Timothy 1:4 Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy.
- 2 Timothy 4:13 When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments.
- 2 John 1:13 The children of your elect sister send you greetings.
- 3 John 1:14 Instead, I hope to see you soon and speak with you face to face. Peace to you. The friends here send you greetings. Greet each of our friends there by name.